Exodus 29:19

Authorized King James Version

And thou shalt take the other ram; and Aaron and his sons shall put their hands upon the head of the ram.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְלָ֣קַחְתָּ֔

H3947

And thou shalt take

to take (in the widest variety of applications)

אֵ֖ת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

הָאָֽיִל׃

H352

of the ram

properly, strength; hence, anything strong; specifically an oak or other strong tree

הַשֵּׁנִ֑י

H8145

the other

properly, double, i.e., second; also adverbially, again

וְסָמַ֨ךְ

H5564

shall put

to prop (literally or figuratively); reflexively, to lean upon or take hold of (in a favorable or unfavorable sense)

אַֽהֲרֹ֧ן

H175

and Aaron

aharon, the brother of moses

וּבָנָ֛יו

H1121

and his sons

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

יְדֵיהֶ֖ם

H3027

their hands

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

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עַל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

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רֹ֥אשׁ

H7218

upon the head

the head (as most easily shaken), whether literal or figurative (in many applications, of place, time, rank, itc.)

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הָאָֽיִל׃

H352

of the ram

properly, strength; hence, anything strong; specifically an oak or other strong tree

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Exodus. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The historical context of the period of Egyptian bondage and wilderness wandering (c. 1440-1400 BCE) provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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